Well, we've already seen a few trailers where Phelps looks... disturbed.
So what happened to Phelps during the war (possible flashback/cutscene of Phelps in the war to-be-seen in the game). There was info that Phelps has/had a wife. Maybe he killed his wife on purpose or on accident... or maybe something different.
Phelps' time in the war is the backdrop and main motivator for him to want to do the right thing within the LAPD. He enrolled as an officer believing that right would always be on his side and that he had what it takes to lead men.
Maybe he led his battalion/squadron to their death? He likely did something wrong in the war and he wants to fix that by being a good cop.
At first, Phelps seems a little too clean-cut to really dig deep as a detective, but Phelps quickly proves he's prepared to make difficult decisions.
Making difficult decisions...
Cole gets along with some partners better than others, and players can learn a lot about each partner while driving with them to locations during cases.
If you're a person who likes a good story, then I suggest you don't skip the car rides.
IGN: After a few hours with L.A. Noire, I'd say most players will see Phelps as an altruistic, noble, heroic do-gooder. How much will that perception change by the end of L.A. Noire?
Jeronimo Barrera: Like many great noir characters, Phelps is more complicated than he first appears. That journey is at the core of the experience of playing the game: in a town like Los Angeles, everybody has something to hide.
I see a great story in this game already!
This article answers the questions of Phelps background such as "Why did Phelps become a cop", "How does the war influence him", and much more.
Log in to comment